The Old Train Station is a recycled hostel at the Aconcagua's footstep

<a title="La Vieja Estación: A Wifi Eco-hostel at the Aconcagua's Footstep" href="http://www.viajeros.com/alojamiento/hostel/refugio-vieja-estacion" target="_blank"></a><a title="La Vieja Estación: A Wifi Eco-hostel at the Aconcagua's Footstep" href="http://www.viajeros.com/alojamiento/hostel/refugio-vieja-estacion" target="_blank">The Old Station</a> (La Vieja Estacion) is an old Argentine <a title="La Vieja Estación: A Wifi Eco-hostel at the Aconcagua's Footstep" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transandine_Railway" target="_blank">Transandine</a> Railway Station turned into a colorful hostel. Located in <a title="La Vieja Estación: A Wifi Eco-hostel at the Aconcagua's Footstep" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puente_del_Inca" target="_blank">Puente del Inca</a>, an area rife with geothermal activity, the hostel sits only 5 km away from the <a title="La Vieja Estación: A Wifi Eco-hostel at the Aconcagua's Footstep" href="http://www.aconcagua.mendoza.gov.ar/" target="_blank">Aconcagua</a> National Park entrance. If you are crossing the border from Argentina to Chile, or need an affordable stay (with Wifi) before attempting to climb the highest mountains in the Américas, head to The Old Station in Puente del Inca. It is not to be missed.

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The Old Train Station is a recycled hostel at the Aconcagua's footstep

The red and turquoise hostel in <a title="La Vieja Estación: A Wifi Eco-hostel at the Aconcagua's Footstep" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puente_del_Inca" target="_blank">Puente del Inca</a> was built in 1903 and is located at 2,720 metres above sea level.

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The Old Train Station is a recycled hostel at the Aconcagua's footstep

The building was once a lean train station that saw passengers <a title="La Vieja Estación: A Wifi Eco-hostel at the Aconcagua's Footstep" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transandine_Railway" target="_blank"> travelling between Argentina and Chile</a>, through the Andes.

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The Old Train Station is a recycled hostel at the Aconcagua's footstep

Ten years ago, the building was purchased by a family who restored it, creating a bright and affordable accommodation for travelers.

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The Old Train Station is a recycled hostel at the Aconcagua's footstep

<a title="La Vieja Estación: A Wifi Eco-hostel at the Aconcagua's Footstep" href="http://inhabitat.com/inca-bridge-a-golden-mineral-arch-forms-a-natural-bridge-at-the-foot-of-mount-aconcagua/" target="_blank">Puente del Inca</a> is an area famous for its mineral-rich, thermal waters, but some local artisans have also created a reputation out of turning random objects into sparkling gold souvenirs.

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The Old Train Station is a recycled hostel at the Aconcagua's footstep

The hostel features rooms set following the building's horizontal orientation, in order to maximize light from various angles throughout the day. An old wooden stove heats up the front room during snowy winters, while lamps illuminate the bunk-rooms after the sun sets.

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The Old Train Station is a recycled hostel at the Aconcagua's footstep

At less than u$s 20 a night, The Old Station is the (only) choice for eco and money <a title="La Vieja Estación: A Wifi Eco-hostel at the Aconcagua's Footstep" href="http://inhabitat.com/affordable-accommodation-for-the-eco-conscious-traveller-in-buenos-aires/" target="_blank">conscious travelers </a> going to the magnificent Aconcagua.

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The Old Train Station is a recycled hostel at the Aconcagua's footstep

The Old Station (La Vieja Estacion) is an old Argentine Transandine Railway Station turned into a colorful hostel. Located in Puente del Inca, an area rife with geothermal activity, the hostel sits only 5 km away from the Aconcagua National Park entrance. If you are crossing the border from Argentina to Chile, or need an affordable stay (with Wifi) before attempting to climb the highest mountains in the Américas, head to The Old Station in Puente del Inca. It is not to be missed.